Translation guide
The English word 'considerable' describes a large amount, degree, or extent. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through various adjectives, adverbs, and phrases that emphasize magnitude, significance, or noteworthiness. The choice depends on whether you are describing quantity, size, importance, or degree, and the level of formality.
a considerable amount
considerably large
Describing something that is notably large in quantity, size, or scope.
A versatile adjective meaning 'considerable' or 'substantial'. It can modify nouns to indicate a large amount, degree, or extent. Commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese.
A considerable amount of work remains.
He has considerable assets.
Means 'considerable' or 'substantial', often implying that something is more than expected. Slightly more formal than かなりの.
Used for 'considerable' in the sense of 'great' or 'immense', often with abstract nouns like influence, effort, or damage. Formal and somewhat literary.
A literary expression meaning 'not a little', i.e., 'considerable'. Used in formal writing.
Expressing that something happens or is done to a large extent.
An adverb meaning 'considerably', 'quite', or 'fairly'. It indicates a high degree. Very common in conversation.
It's considerably hot today.
He speaks Japanese considerably well.
Adverbial form meaning 'considerably' or 'quite'. Slightly more formal than かなり.
Means 'considerably' or 'quite', often implying a noticeable change or difference. Common in spoken Japanese.
Expresses 'considerably' or 'very', often with a sense of surprise or emphasis. Common in speech.
Describing something that deserves attention due to its significance or value.
The most common word for 'important' or 'significant'. It can convey the idea of 'considerable' when referring to importance.
This is a matter of considerable importance.
Means 'noteworthy' or 'remarkable', implying that something is considerable enough to pay attention to.
Literally 'cannot be ignored', used to express that something is considerable in importance or impact.
The problem is of considerable concern (cannot be ignored).
All three can mean 'considerably', but かなり is the most common and neutral. 相当 is slightly more formal and often implies a higher degree. 大分 suggests a noticeable change and is often used with verbs of change like 良くなる (get better) or 増える (increase).
I'm pretty tired.
I'm considerably tired (more emphatic).
I've gotten quite tired (compared to before).
English 'considerable' is often used as an adjective before nouns. In Japanese, you must choose the appropriate adjective or adverbial phrase based on context. There is no single word that covers all uses. For example, 'considerable damage' can be かなりの被害, 多大な被害, or 相当な被害 depending on nuance.
There was a considerable delay.
Natural translation using かなりの. Note: corrected reading to かなりのおくれがあった。
She has improved considerably.
The plan requires considerable expense.
His research had a considerable influence.
There was considerable opposition to the decision.
この問題は相当難しい。
This problem is considerably difficult.
病気は大分良くなった。
His illness has improved considerably.
随分遅くなってしまった。
It's gotten considerably late.
His achievements are considerable (noteworthy).